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As a working terrier, the early Border Terrier's value was based on its ability to go after and bolt fox
 and be a source of vermon control for the farmers of the region.  Borders on the farm in the 
18th century were expected to find their own food, so they had to be good hunters to survive.  


The formation of the Border Terrier Club was 1920 with the English Kennel Club. 
The first registration of the Border Terrier in the United States was 1930.

The Border Terrier has a weather resistant coat with a hard, wiry outercoat and soft undercoat repels most dirt. 

By nature, the Border Terrier is good tempered, affectionate obedient and easily trained. akc.org


      Border Terrier Rescue
       If you think a puppy doesn't fit into your lifestyle, be sure to consider adopting an older Border Terrier.  
Go to  BORDER TERRIER WELFARE to see what dogs are available.


Unamed Border in Scotland Gloria Morris

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If you are thinking about adding a Border Terrier to your family, please 
be sure to learn everything you can about the breed before making your decision.  
We highly recommend the followinglinks to information about the breed. 
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Interesting Facts About the Border Terrier

  • As a working terrier, the early Border Terrier's value was based on its ability to go after and bolt fox. It was also valued as a 
         source of vermon control for the farmers of the region.

  • Border Terriers on the farm in the 18th Century were expected to find their own food, so they had to be good hunters to survive.

  • The Border Terrier Club was established in 1920 with the English Kennel Club.

  • The first registration of the Border Terrier in the United States was in 1930.

  • The Border Terrier has a weather resistant coat with a hard, wiry outer coat and soft undercoat which repels most dirt.

  • By nature, the Border Terrier is good tempered, affectionate, obedient, and easily trained.



Border Terrier Rescue​
If you think a puppy doesn't fit your lifestyle, 
why not think about adopting an older Border Terrier? 
Go to Border Terrier Welfare to see what dogs are available!